civilly

Example Sentences

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This latest revelation is fueling debate over whether the city of L.A. or the state of California can be found civilly liable for its role in the fire.

From Los Angeles Times

In the Civil Rights Movement, Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. envisioned breaking unjust laws openly, cheerfully, lovingly and civilly, while willingly accepting the penalty.

From Salon

When their prison terms ends, a judge can civilly commit them to a state hospital, release them unconditionally or direct them into the DSH’s conditional release program.

From Los Angeles Times

My family has feelings opposite of mine when it comes to politics but I was always able to discuss things civilly.

From BBC

Sen. Bob Graham on Saturday as a politician who usually avoided rancor, enjoyed meeting regular Floridians and always behaved civilly, even behind closed doors.

From Seattle Times